The handsome Rotarians of Burlingame gathered for the annual Holiday Rotary Celebration, held at Sapore Italiano Ristorante on Burlingame Avenue.   The happy event was extremely well-attended, and there were seasonal vests, socks, sweaters, and ties evident to add color to the festivities.
 
Paul Watermulder delivered a hopeful invocation.
 

Guests and Visiting Rotarians

Loveliness abounded with the presence of Mary Moore, wife of President Stan.  Beth Williams was the guest of husband Scott. Barry Parker was accompanied by Mrs. Dawn Parker.  Cheryl Fama was accompanied by husband Denis.
 
The tables were long, but there was good conversation everywhere and, really, just fellowship on the agenda.
First served was an antipasto de la casa, then an Insalata Mista.  For an entrée, the Salmone alla Griglia was in great demand. The Rigatoni appeared frequently as well.  Red or white wine through the meal and tiramisu for dessert.  Congratulations to the committee that put this together. It was a festive event full of good feelings and camaraderie.  A few moments to reflect on the good friends we make in Rotary.

 

The Party......

Many were new, and many were missed.  We know who they are and remember them today.   To the new, this is just one of the many memorable occasions you will enjoy in your Rotary life.
 
Pete Wanger entertained as part of a quartet who regaled us with Christmas songs during lunch. Great red vests, guys!  Thanks so much!!
 
 
 
A word from our 2016-2017 President, Stan Moore:  
 
"As we transition to the second half of my presidential year, I want to thank all of you for your support  over these organizational months. I appreciate the work of our Board of Directors, each individual contribution,  and the work of the various committees which serve as engines of the club."     Stan Moore, President    

 

Some photos to share

Cheryl Fama and Maggie MacIsaac
Happy Holidays to each of you and to those you love. We’ll see you again on January 11, 2017, at Poplar Creek Golf Course!!!!!
Jennifer Pence giving Mike Heffernan a bad time!
Pierre and Joyce Bouquet
Marilyn Orr and our wonderful Sapore friends
Maki Kobayashi, Duffy Offield, Barry and Dawn
Italian for Happy Christmas....
Rosalie McCloud, High Gear Editor and friend
The state of the party....
The flutist - beautiful
The Red-nose Singers